Our Cause
Reading Is Fundamental is committed to a literate America by inspiring a passion for reading among all children, providing quality content to make an impact and engaging communities in the solution to give every child the fundamentals for success.
Our Impact
- Since its founding, RIF has reached over 163 million children.
- In Fiscal Year 2022, RIF provided 5.8 Million books and reading resources to children across the country.
- RIF serves children in all 50 states, DC, and U.S. territories.
*Ranges calculated below based on payroll deductions from 24-26 total paychecks in a year.
How Your Workplace Donations & Matching Gifts Make a Difference:
$100 - $250
Total Annual Pledge
($5 - $10 per pay period)
$250 can help 60 children read.
$250 - $650
Total Annual Pledge
($15 - $25 per pay period)
RIF can provide 100 books for $400.
$780 - $1300
Total Annual Pledge
($30 - $50 per pay period)
RIF can provide 250 books for $1,000.
Our Stories
Celebrate National Reading Month This March
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss In…
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Time to Gear Up for 2022 Back to School Month
Now through the beginning of September, students of all ages – from preschool to college – and their teachers will be heading back as a new school year begins.…
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2019 Back to School Month
As summer draws to a close, students of all ages – from preschool to college – and their teachers are heading back as a new school year…
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